Terry E. Sell
Sunday, May 6, 1951
Date of Death:
Friday, January 31, 2014
Age:
62 years old
Visitation
Date: Wednesday February 05, 2014
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Thursday February 06, 2014
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Thursday February 06, 2014
Time: 11:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Chatfield Cemetery
Sunday, May 6, 1951
Date of Death:
Friday, January 31, 2014
Age:
62 years old
Sunday, May 6, 1951
Date of Death:
Friday, January 31, 2014
Age:
62 years old
Terry E. Sell
The funeral for Terry “Grumpy” Sell will be at 11:00am on Thursday February 6th 2014 at Macken Funeral Home River Park Chapel with Pastor Brian Egelston officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00PM to 7:00PM on Wednesday February 5th 2014 at Macken Funeral Home River Park Chapel and one hour prior to services.
Terry Sell, 62, of Mantorville, MN, died Friday January 31, 2014 peacefully at his home.
Terry was born May 6, 1951in Black River Falls, WI to Eldon Sell and Arlene Piel. He grew up on a farm outside of Augusta, WI where he graduated from Augusta High School playing football and wrestled. After graduation he worked as a farm laborer, then owned and operated his own feed business and fertilizer business. He also worked at Schmitt Printing and IBM as fork lift driver. At one time he owned Grumpy’s Chuckwagon café in Mantorville. He was very involved in a variety of activities, most notably the promotion of bike trails in Dodge County and throughout the state of MN. Even though injuries from a fire left him in a wheelchair, he could still be seen rolling through the halls of the State Senate building in pursuit of support for state legislation.
Terry was actively involved in many organizations including; past President of Southern MN Association of Regional Trails(SMART), past Treasurer of SMART, member, past president and one of founding members of Dodge County Trails and active member of the Mantorville Senior Center. Previous offices held include MN Trails Legacy Committee, Mantorville Restoration Association, Head chair of Marigold Days and chaired the committee that built the original Mantorville float. Charter member of Mantorville EDA, Dodge County EDA, Mantorville City Council, Kasson-Mantorville Lions Club and Olde Tyme Days Tractor Pull. Delegate for AMPI Young Cooperative Board. Also a member of the Jaycees where he won numerous project awards
Terry married Susan Marshall October 6th 1979.
He is survived by his wife Susan,; daughter Cyndi Seiwert of Maple Grove, MN; two sons, Chris (Billie) of Mankato, MN and Brandon (Heather) of Lake City, MN,; mother Arlene Piel of Menomonie, WI,; siblings Shirlene Sell of Taylor, WI, Luanne (Dennis) Flick of Menomonie, WI, Karla Sell of Wauwatosa, WI, Jennings Sell of Winchester, CA, Andrew Sell of Augusta WI and Stanley Sell of Augusta, WI; and five grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father Eldon Sell and brother Jerome Sell.
Macken Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Terry E. Sell has received the following condolences.
I first met Terry (Tiny) through the Jaycee around the year 1977.
We lost contact with each other until 2007 at which time we reunited our acquaintance as members of Southern MN Association of Regional Trails (SMART).
I always enjoy his humor and deitcation to what ever community organization he was involved with. He was a real community asset and will be missed.
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Terry. We knew him years ago while in the Byron Jaycees. I had the pleasure of going to a farm where he worked and a "city" girl was able to milk a cow. Many great memories to remember him by. He was a wonderful kind man who always thought of others.
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I was sad to learn of the death of Terry. He was always happy to see me and we shared smiles and laughs. Brandon, I will always think of you as the little 1st grader I had. You had a sweet, kind manner and I could tease you and you understood. Terry suffered much and the rest of you along with him. I know he will be missed but I am glad he is now pain-free and enjoying a peaceful new Life. My thoughts and prayers have been with you all.
Sincerely,
Rita Buehler
I remember (Tiny) as he was called then, when I was in the Houston Jaycees as a Big, young and energetic guy who would be the life of a Jaycee event. After the late 70's I lost track of him, as also so many others from those Jaycee years. It sounded like he touched many lives which to me is not a surprise as Gregarious of a personality that he was.
We are so sorry to learn that Terrance has passed away, and much too soon.
Regretably, I made a work commitment last week for tomorrow. Although I will not be able to attend the funeral, I hope my thoughts and prayers will be some comfort.
'til we meet again, Cousin...
Love
Linda
ONE OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE - SO MUCH FUN AND SO SPIRITED ! I WILL MISS HIM AND FEEL SO BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN HIM - AND YOU, SUSAN. MAY OUR GOD BLESS HIS MEMORY! FRIEND, MARIE
Sue, Chris & Brandon,
So sorry to read of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you !!
Tim & Diane Wilke
Tiny worked for my dad (Ralph Shank) on the farm many years ago. I remember a hard working, very gentle man. I did not realize that he lived so close by, it would have been fun to have kept in touch. His sister Shirleen also worked for us. To her and the rest of the family we offer our sympathy. May prayers and wonderful memories bring you comfort and peace. With sympathy, Geraldine and Jim
Terry, I knew him as "Tiny" during our Jaycee days. He was an enthusiastic young man, back in 1977 as we went to various meetings around South Eastern Minnesota and Jaycee State Conventions. It was a pleasure to know "Tiny" with the experiences we shared together and the fun we had. Rochelle and I send our Condolences to the family.
Mike and Rochelle Saville
McCammon, Idaho
We had a great time in Mantorville Santa was the best when Terry did it. So sorry for your pain now but He will never be forgottened. Prayers to you all .
Tim and Paula Talbert
My name is Karen and when I was 14 years old Tiny was a hired man on my Dads farm here in St.Charles. These past years I got to thinking I wonder where he lives? and if he remembered me when I was little? How sad I am to hear that he was so close by and that he had passed before I could ever reconnect with him. From what I have read he was a great man,and I bet a awesome Father. and a wonderful asset to his community. To all who loved him, I am so sorry for your loss. And a valuable lesson was learned by me yesterday! Do not put off getting in touch with people from your past who left an impression on your heart. Karen Ellsworth
I'm on Guam and just read Terry has passed. He was such a kind & gentle soul & will be missed.
I knew Terry thru Tvedt's Delight Dairy Farm which my sister & brother-in-law own.
He will be missed dearly.
carol
Sue, Sorry to hear of your loss. You may not remember me.... but, I remember bowling with you many years ago. I bowled for Super Valu in Spring Valley. So many years go by and we lose contact with people we meet in our lives, but I remember that you were a special person and I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you will be comforted with many wonderful memories and know that the Lord cares for you. Blessings to you and your family. In Christ's Love, Alvin & Donna Rudlong
Very sorry for your loss. He and your family have been great citizens of Mantorville and he will be missed.
My condolences to Sue and the family. I enjoyed worked along side Terry on some Mantorville committees, his perservance and enthusiasm were admirable.
I am so very sorry for your loss... May you find the strength to carry on & peace in your heart knowing that he's with God until you meet again...
Grumpy was a fun loving person who brought light and joy to anyone who knew him. His ability to retain his youthful joy and outlook on life was one of his most enduring personality traits. His passion and commitment to friends and community made him a valuable asset and one that absence will be felt in many areas. While we are happy that his pain and suffering are over and that he is now is a better place, we are still sadden by the loss of our friend.
We will miss Terry. He helped make Mantorville home for us. His smile and jokes were a huge part of my growing up.
I will miss him a lot! Our thoughts and prayers are with you---
Sarah